Is Ahmedabad more expensive than Thane?

Ahmedabad is 1.4% more expensive than Thane overall. Rent is 31.9% lower, groceries 7.3% more expensive, and restaurants 2.6% more expensive.

Which city has better purchasing power, Thane or Ahmedabad?

Thane has a purchasing power index of 44.2 while Ahmedabad has 76.4 (NYC = 100). Ahmedabad offers better purchasing power.

Cost of Living Comparison · 2026

🇮🇳 Thane vs 🇮🇳 Ahmedabad

2026

Ahmedabad is 1.4% more expensive

Category	🇮🇳 Thane	🇮🇳 Ahmedabad	Difference
Cost of Living	21.2	21.5	+1.4%
Rent	7.2	4.9	-31.9%
Groceries	24.7	26.5	+7.3%
Restaurants	19.5	20.0	+2.6%
Purchasing Power	44.2	76.4	+72.9%

Data verified Q1 2026 · Source: Numbeo cost-of-living indices (NYC = 100 baseline) · Indices reflect relative costs; absolute prices vary by neighbourhood.

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